Hilltown Land Trust

Dedicated to protecting the working lands, native habitats and rural beauty of the Hilltowns since 1986

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What Open Space Means Today

By Sally Loomis, HLT Executive Director Perhaps more than ever, I feel immense gratitude to live here in the Hilltowns. We have access to public trails that aren’t crowded, scenic views from the safety of our cars, and a community that cares about protecting these things. In every part of the world, every one of […]

Native Bee Webinar Video

For those of you who missed last week’s Native Bee Webinar, take a peek at the recording below. In the video, Wyatt Shell, PhD Candidate in the Biology Department at the University of New Hampshire, gives an introduction to the different native species of bees you might find in your backyard and explains why some […]

Vernal Pool Wildlife Identification

Do you want an outdoor activity that you can do with your whole family? Why not explore a vernal pool! Vernal pools can be found in the woods all over Massachusetts and are home to some pretty amazing amphibians and invertebrates. Vernal pools are shallow wetlands that generally dry up in the summer which makes […]

Now accepting 2020-21 TerraCorps applications!

We are excited to announce that Hilltown Land Trust is now accepting applications for two positions through the TerraCorps program! A Land Stewardship Coordinator and a Community Engagement Coordinator will both become a vital part of HLT’s team for the year. Additionally, the Community Engagement Coordinator for this upcoming service year will have split responsibilities between Hilltown Land Trust […]